Sani Haruna Parents of students affected by the closure of tertiary health institutions in Katsina State have appealed to Governor Dikko Umar Radda to review the reports of the two committees responsible for the shutdown and to reopen the schools for academic activities. The appeal was made by the Chairman of the Parents Teachers Association of Alliance School of Health Science, Shema, Dutsinma, Malam Sani Ahmed, during a press conference held in Dutsinma. Only Qualified Health Institutions Can Operate in Katsina-SA Malam Sani Ahmed commended the government’s efforts to sanitize the system, noting that it is essential for ensuring that…
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Ado Salisu Athletics and Other Sports Development Initiative, one of Nigeria’s Non-governmental organisations on good governance, transparency and accountability has caused a stir by accusing the National Sports Commission (NSC) leadership of failing to fix sports in Nigeria to chase frivolities. In a Press Statement made available to newsmen, the NGO reiterated the high hopes Nigerians welcomed the NSC establishment with the desire that it would set Nigerian sports on the path of rapid and sustainable progress. Gombe Sues NSC, AFN Over Illegal Congresses, WhatsApp Ban “The change which Nigerians expected has been dashed for misplaced priorities and wild goose…
The attention of Kano State Public Debt Management Office has been drawn by Daily Nigerian publication of Wednesday 11th June 2023 that, one APC Patriotic Volunteers Group accused Kano State Government of contracting a new loan of $6.6M (USD) within two years of NNPP administration. To our dismay and surprise, the leader of the group who happened to be the Secretary to the State Government when the law that established Kano State Public Debt Management Office 2021 was signed, by his principal former Governor Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, shows a sign of ignorance and lack of understanding of the law,…
It is truly baffling how individuals, comfortably seated in their air-conditioned offices and who are detached from the realities on ground, could issue such a watery, unsubstantiated and misleading statement, under the guise of public commentary. The recent publication by the so-called APC Patriotic Volunteers, led by Alhaji Usman Alhaji the former Secretary to Kano State Government (self acclaimed Wazirin Gaya), reeks of desperation, a feeble attempt to whitewash a sordid past and distract people from the genuine efforts being made by the NNPP-led administration under the capable leadership of His Excellency Engr. Abba Kabir Yusuf. FG Launches Employee Performance…
With profound honour, I stand before this joint session of our National Assembly; a parliament that embodies the will of the Nigerian people. 2. Today, as I entered this grand edifice built from the sweat and toil of our democratic yearning, my heart stirred. It was a blend of accomplishment and resolve. 3. I felt a sense of collective accomplishment when I realised how far we had come as a nation. Since 1999, democracy has risen from the ashes and destitution of military rule to take its rightful place as the only mode of governance of our resilient and beloved…
The Kano State Government. KNSG has set a target to vaccinate 3.9 million children under the age of five as part of its intensified efforts to eradicate polio through the June 2025 Outbreak Response (OBR) vaccination campaign. Speaking during a media dialogue in Kano, Dr. Nasir Mahmoud, Director General of the Kano State Primary Healthcare Management Board (KNSPHCMB), revealed that the campaign is part of a broader national strategy to end polio transmission and maintain Nigeria’s polio-free certification. Gombe Polio Campaign Overcomes Initial Resistance, Achieves Success He acknowledged a recent resurgence of the type 2 poliovirus in the state, attributed…
Governor Uba Sani of Kaduna State presided over the swearing-in ceremony of several key government officials, including a new Head of Service, Commissioners, and Special Advisers. The event was held at the Council Chamber of the Sir Kashim Ibrahim House, shortly before the commencement of the State Executive Council meeting. Shema Swears in New Executive Council Members in Dutsinma Those sworn in include: Mrs. Jummai Chukuru Bako – Head of Service Prof. Abubakar Sani Sambo – Commissioner for Education Barr. Gloria Ibrahim – Commissioner for Youth Development Hon. Ado Dogo Audu – Counsellor on Political Matters Mallam Ahmad Shehu Haruna…
In commemoration of Nigeria’s 2025 Democracy Day, Borno State Governor, Babagana Umara Zulum, made an early morning visit to hospitals in Maiduguri on Thursday, arriving at the State Specialist Hospital at 5:00 a.m. The Governor sympathized with patients and donated ₦50,000 each to those in the gynaecology, antenatal, postnatal, and emergency wards. Democracy day: Kano Speaker Falgore Facilitates With Nigerians He later visited the University of Maiduguri Teaching Hospital with similar gestures, covering medical bills and expressing his administration’s commitment to improving healthcare. As part of the celebrations, Zulum also commissioned 20 road projects and flagged off the construction of…
The Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa CAPPA has asked President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration to deliver the long-promised fruits of democracy to Nigerians, decrying deepening frustration among citizens, who, despite decades of democratic rule, continue to battle grinding poverty, chronic insecurity, and bad governance. In a statement marking both the 32nd commemoration of the June 12, 1993, election and the 26th anniversary of uninterrupted civilian rule in Nigeria, CAPPA noted that despite quadrennial elections since 1999 and some incremental gains, the country has yet to translate its ballot exercises into “real progress that lifts citizens out of destitution, enshrines…
The Sokoto State Police Command has confirmed that it is currently investigating a disturbing case of physical abuse involving one Bashariyya Usman, who was allegedly assaulted by her domestic employer, Fauziya Rabo. The incident, which has drawn significant public attention and concern, was brought to the notice of the Command following an official petition and upon receipt of the complaint, swift action was taken, and the suspect, Fauziya Rabo, is currently in police custody. Jealousy Turns Deadly As Co-Wife Stabs Rival to Death in Daura The Sokoto State Police Command strongly condemns any form of domestic abuse or violence and…